Get Involved

SISTERHOOD

The women of B’nai Israel come together in friendship to provide activities that benefit the congregation and the community as well as enhance individual growth in a Jewish atmosphere. Contact Michelle Rosen for more information.

CARING COMMITTEE

Contact Ellen Rosmarin Zwang to become a part of a wonderful group of men and women that assist others with their with kindness, compassion friendship and service. Hand in hand, we make a difference.

MAKHELA

Makhela is a group of committed adult performers who have a calling for spiritual music. Our choir prepares a wide range of music, accompanied or a cappella, including classical, contemporary, or jazz styles. Within Makhela choir members do not need to read music but they need to commit to learning their individual parts via technical tools.

ADULT EDUCATION

B’nai Israel embraces lifelong learning and adult educationt. Rabbi Eric and others teach classes open to the community. In particular we invite you to consider attending:

Torah Discussion – Shabbat Morning,

10 AM – 11:15 AM

Tuesday mornings (fall -spring)

Discussion Group

11 am-noon

SOCIAL ACTION

Tikkun Olam, "Repairing the World", is a cornerstone of Reform Judaism and an integral part of the ongoing activities at B'nai Israel. The projects and activities are constantly expanding -- and working on these sacred obligations is a wonderful way to meet other congregants and members of our larger community.

Introduction to Judaism class

INTRO TO JUDAISM PART 1

All are Welcome Types of People Who Take This Class - Non-Jews interested in conversion - Non-Jews simply interested in learning more about Judaism -

Jews who never attended religious school - Jews who did attend religious school but feel there are gaps in their knowledge -

Noah Pozner Chapter of BBYO

Our Chapter

For more on BBYO

Our youth advisor is long-time temple member Gerry Klein, who is also teaching B’nai Israel’s Confirmation class this year. So if you’re interested in learning more about BBYO and our chapter, please contact Gerry at (203) 264-7665 or kleinge_2000@yahoo.com, and he’ll get you the information you need